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Our planet abounds with a myriad of wild animals, but some of them are in grave danger of becoming a distant memory. This series profiles some of the world's endangered animals, including the gray wolf, green sea turtle, and American bald eagle. Readers will learn all about their habitat, their appearance, and the lives they lead. They will also discover how human behaviors and environmental change can put these animals at risk, as well as ways people...
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Trot along with a young Coyote as he lopes through the Dinetah (also known as Navajoland) during a cold winter. Meet his friends, Lobo, Bison, Bobcat, Raven and Roadrunner as he travels through canyons and over mesas. Learn about Navajo Culture from Morning Star, the Navajo Shepherd Girl. Most of all, share with him the experience of leaning about yourself from a different perspective.
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Unable to reach home before a blizzard strikes, Jake, a twelve year old boy, battles more than just the bitter cold. His journey will test his survival skills in a wilderness that shows no mercy and challenges him to make decisions about a wolf that is believed by all to be a monster.
Will the stories his father told him about wolves hold true or will the young boy's encounter with a wolf lead him to a different conclusion?
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This book brings readers up close with North America's far-ranging wild dog-the coyote. Readers will learn fascinating facts about this backyard animal, which is known for its nighttime calls and knack for scavenging. The book also introduces readers to the coyote's anatomy and behavior, as well as its interactions with humans. Readers will love the vivid photographs that accompany engaging text, a pairing which lends itself to teaching important...
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What's that howling in the night? Is it a neighborhood dog, or maybe a wolf? No, it's a coyote! Readers will meet the mysterious coyote, the canine unique to North and South America. They'll learn incredible facts about these clever creatures, such as that they are likely the first animals ever domesticated by humans. They'll review coyote habitats, adaptations, diet, and other key information about this highly intelligent species. Vivid photographs...
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While a jackal might look like a small dog, this little canine can be pretty gross! Jackals are opportunistic omnivores, which means they'll eat nearly anything they can get their jaws around. While usually that means small reptiles and berries, it also means jackals will eat rotten food left over from bigger predators! Through this book's full-color photographs of jackals in the wild paired closely with easy to understand text, young readers will...
27) Wolf
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Wolves are from the same family as dogs. A wolf can eat almost 20 percent of its body weight in
one meal. Find out more in Wolf, one of the titles in the Backyard Animals series.
28) The Gray Wolf
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The gray wolf was once a top predator in North America, revered by Native Americans. Once white settlers arrived, wolf populations fell dramatically. This book tells the story of the gray wolf's population plunge due to systematic killing programs, and its victorious rise thanks to conservation programs. Readers will learn about wolf adaptations and behavior, as well as its impact on its ecosystem. This book highlights the work of the Yellowstone...
29) Runt
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In this beautifully written story set in the north woods of Minnesota, four healthy wolf pups-Leader, Sniffer, Runner, and Thinker-are born one spring. And then one final, undersized pup emerges-Runt.
Despite his size, Runt manages to keep up with his brothers and sisters and learn the ways of the pack. But he finds it impossible to please his father, the pack's leader, and gradually withdraws from the others. When he ventures into forbidden human...
30) Sisters
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In Sisters, journey with Ella and Annie as they recount their enchanting encounter with two young coyote siblings. As the tale unfolds, children are not only introduced to the captivating world of coyotes but also to the intricate tapestry of life within the forest. This story fosters a profound appreciation for nature, nurturing a bond with the animal kingdom and emphasizing the importance of understanding and preserving the world around us.
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When Sisu, a small wolf pup, is, separated from his family one night in snowy Northern Finland, he embarks on a journey to get back to them. Forming an unlikely friendship with a group of reindeer, a highly creative mink and a cunning hedgehog, Sisu discovers his talent and passion for snowboarding. Against the odds, he makes his way to the Winter Olympics where he must compete against the best racers in the world if he is to have any chance of finding...
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The forest is a big and scary place for a little wolf pup, that is until Raskal bravely ventures through the trees on his own. Raskal's family all seems a little too busy to play today but he is determined to find someone to romp around with. His mother always reminded him of the rules of the forest, especially to stay away from bobcats. However, when Raskal is in trouble and has no one around to help, he is forced to rely on an unlikely friend. This...
33) Coyotes
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Coyotes often go unseen and unheard. Their nocturnal behavior and ability to tiptoe toward prey surprise any animal on the menu. Run along with these American mammals in this high-interest title for developing readers.
34) Wolf's Coming!
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Look out―Wolf's coming! As the shadowy figure moves through the forest, all the other animals run for homeBut things are not as they seem in this suspenseful, clever story!
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Opportunistic dingoes wait for the perfect moment to pounce on small prey such as rabbits, rodents, and lizards. Early readers will learn more about dingo adaptations and behavior with this intriguing title. It features text that is carefully crafted to be engaging and accessible to early readers. It also explains other key ideas about dingoes including their vocalizations, habitat, and decreasing population due to breeding with domestic dogs. Thought-provoking...
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Willa the WolfAre your children worried about performing onstage?Do they ever feel clumsy or out of place?Willa is the only wolf in a ballet class filled with graceful swans. The swans do not hide their feelings about Willa's dancing. Willa thinks that she is going to ruin the big recital so she runs away. Come with Willa on this journey of self-discovery as she learns what she is really capable of when she believes in herself. The story comes alive...
37) Wolf
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Did you know that wolves are large, dog-like animals? The gray wolf is the most common type of wolf. Discover these and other interesting facts in Wolf.
38) Kissing Coyotes
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Jack Rabbit boasts idly without much consideration for how he might actually accomplish the feats that he brags about. One day he goes a little too far claiming he's so, graceful that he can, dance with a rattlesnake "without getting bit" and so, brave that he can kiss, coyotes and live to tell the tale. With that last boast, his desert friends have had enough and they challenge Jack to do so. Just when he thinks he has gotten away with kissing three...
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Although a wolf's mournful howl is often associated with a full moon, they don't wait for this lunar phase to make their recognizable vocalization-Wolves howl whenever they want to communicate with other wolves. Young readers will learn more about the key ideas of wolf behavior and adaptations with this intriguing title. The explanatory text is thoughtfully written with early readers in mind and also covers wolf habitats, their ecological importance,...
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